The Problem of the Meaning of Life in the Practice of Psychological Counseling

Aim. To consider the characteristics of the psychological phenomenon of the system of life meaning layers and evaluate its correctional, pedagogical and educational potential.

Methodology. The key method of studying the content of the phenomenon is content analysis. To assess the level of its potential, correlation analysis, observation and qualitative analysis of dialogues in practical advisory work were used.

Results. It is shown that the system of life meaning layers reflects the phenomenon of the meaning of life presented in the consciousness of an individual. This system is a kind of framework; when filled with specific meanings, it becomes the breadth of the range of the meaning of life and ensures the strength and stability of this transpersonal education. Addressing the problem of the meaning of life has a pronounced psychotherapeutic effect.

Research implications. The theoretical and/or practical significance lies in the theoretical substantiation of a systematic approach to understanding the phenomenon of life orientations and identifying specific content elements in it. Long-term monitoring of customer support in the process of formation and development of the system of life-meaning layers made it possible to identify the main stages in this work and identify their specific practical content.

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